Specialist Hand Therapist

NHS; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A London-based healthcare facility is seeking a dynamic Specialist Hand Therapist to manage a complex caseload of patients. The role requires extensive experience in clinical assessments, advanced communication skills, and the ability to implement treatment plans autonomously. Interested candidates should be dedicated to continuous professional development and able to operate within a multidisciplinary team. This permanent, full-time position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience performing advanced clinical assessments in hand therapy.
• Ability to assess a wide range of orthopaedic hand and plastic surgery conditions.
• Competency in implementing evidence-based management plans.

Responsibilities

• Manage a complex caseload of hand therapy patients.
• Perform advanced clinical assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Participate in clinical audits and evaluations.

Skills

Advanced clinical assessments

Communication and behavior change skills

Clinical governance understanding

Patient care management

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and dedicated Specialist Hand Therapist, with extensive experience of performing advanced clinical assessments in this specialist field.

Responsibilities

• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own professional activities in line with the standards of the Hospital.
• To be professionally and legally responsible and accountable for all aspects of own professional activities in line with the standards of the Hospital, department and the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC).
• To have overall accountability for the planning and management of own complex and specialised caseload of patients.
• To have overall accountability for the planning and management of own complex and specialised caseload of patients and to organise this effectively and efficiently with regards to clinical priorities and use of time.
• To be highly competent in assessing a wide range of orthopaedic hand and plastic surgery conditions based on advanced theoretical knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathology, often in situations where conflicting evidence is present.
• To utilise advanced clinical reasoning skills and evidence based knowledge to assess and diagnose patients and implement appropriate management plans as an autonomous practitioner.
• To demonstrate highly developed dexterity, coordination and palpation skills for the assessment and treatment of patients.
• To use highly advanced communication and behaviour change skills to facilitate a long‑term self‑management approach with patients living with acute or chronic hand conditions and pain.
• To continuously assess, evaluate and modify treatment aims, objectives and desired outcomes in collaboration with the patient, any carers and multidisciplinary team.
• To make recommendations to colleagues and members of the MDT, based on advanced theoretical and practical knowledge regarding the ongoing management of patients.
• To produce up‑to‑date, clear evidence‑based resources for patients.
• Maintain patient documentation, records and accurate statistical information to reflect the care provided and to meet professional and hospital standards as well as local and national guidelines.
• In collaboration with the Clinical Lead undertake monitoring and evaluation of work and current practice through the use of evidence‑based projects, audits and outcome measures.

Person Specification – Experience Desirable

• To demonstrate a sound understanding of clinical governance and risk management appropriate to the work situation.
• To be responsible for own personal professional development and keep abreast of new clinical practices in the area of hands/plastics management/rehabilitation.
• Take personal responsibility for promoting a safe environment and safe patient care by identifying areas of risk and following the Hospitals reporting policy and procedure.
• To be responsible for equipment used to carry out Hand Therapy duties and to adhere to hospital and departmental policies, including competence to use the equipment and safe use of equipment by others.
• To assist in the development and implementation of organisational and departmental polices and procedures and be involved in reviewing and updating as appropriate.
• To progress own CPD by keeping up to date with key trends and developments by reading and attending external/internal courses and in‑service training sessions. To adhere to the principles of lifelong learning and maintain a CPD portfolio reflecting personal professional development.
• To evidence when requested completion of clinical competencies, mandatory training completion and clinically relevant documentation.
• To participate in the staff appraisal scheme and personal development planning as an appraisee.
• To analyse own CPD in order to identify training needs to guide individual development in conjunction with the hospital and service needs.
• To continually maintain and improve professional and clinical skills and knowledge through the supervision process.
• Responsible for managing own time effectively.
• Complies with HCPC codes of ethics and professional conduct, national guidelines and hospital policies and procedures.
• To achieve the effective daily management of a caseload of patients including responding to urgent referrals, prioritising clinical work and balancing other patient related and professional activities in accordance with departmental standards.
• To attend regular meetings in order to share information on needs and initiatives and support the development of the Hand Therapy/MSK service and wider therapies teams.
• To provide specialist advice, teaching and training to other members of the hospital regarding the management of hand therapy patients.
• To act as a source of clinical expertise and advice and as a resource for other team members.
• As required be responsible for supervision of staff in the therapies department.
• To be actively involved in the induction of new therapies staff and in conjunction with the Clinical lead and Outpatient therapy team lead ensure they have adequate support in the period of orientation.
• To plan, prioritise and delegate effectively and efficiently with regard to patient care and professional demands.
• To represent the profession and service in appropriate internal and external meetings/groups.
• To deputise for the Clinical Lead as required in their absence.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer Details

Employer Name: The Hospital of St John and St Elizabeth

Address: 60 Grove End Road, St John’s Wood, London, NW8 9NH

Website: https://www.hje.org.uk/

Details

Date Posted: 15 December 2025

Pay Scheme: Other

Salary: Depending on experience

Contract: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full‑time

Reference Number: B0263-25-0304

Location: 60 Grove End Road, St John’s Wood, London, NW8 9NH